Guinea Stadium Crush Claims Over 135 Lives, Rights Groups Report

The tragedy during a soccer match in Nzérékoré has sparked criticism of security measures and the military junta's role in organizing the event.

Human rights groups estimate at least 135 people, mostly children, died in a stadium crush, far exceeding the official death toll of 56.
The incident occurred during a soccer tournament honoring Guinea's military leader Mamady Doumbouya, with over 50 people still reported missing.
Witnesses describe chaos following a controversial referee decision, with security forces deploying tear gas and spectators struggling to flee through overcrowded exits.
Critics blame the excessive use of tear gas, inadequate stadium safety measures, and the junta’s involvement in organizing the event.
The government has launched an investigation and declared three days of national mourning, while families continue to search for missing loved ones.